Placing the Boom

Depth perception when judging far away objects is seldom reliable, and should be avoided when operators are placing their booms.

Instead:

  • Operators should use a radio or cable remote control after positioning themselves so they can accurately judge the distance between the boom and the wires. The best place to judge that distance is perpendicular to the boom, between the placing area and the power wires.
  • Employ a spotter using a two-way radio or hand signals to assist the operator in maneuvering the boom in the event the operator cant leave the pump.
  • If the operator is required to set up at the jobsite before or after dark, a flashlight or spotlight should be used to check for power lines. However, always err on the safe side, and save unfolding the boom until daylight if there is any question as to the existence of power lines.

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